Augmented reality tech brings ancient Easter Ross Hilton stone to life for smartphone generation
THE fascinating story of a hand-carved stone which has become a major visitor attraction in Easter Ross has been given a high-tech twist – and there could be even more to come once a fresh probe gets under way.
The use of augmented reality technology for the interpretation of the Hilton Stone allows its story to be told via smartphone.
Meanwhile a new geophysical survey of the area planned for next month could reveal other artefacts currently hidden from view, opening a new chapter in a story dating back hundreds of years.
"Whilst the original Hilton Stone resides in Edinburgh, a magnificent full sized intricately carved replica stands where we believe the original stone was located. This is the largest manifestation of a Pictish cross slab on the Pictish trail.
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